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Maintenance
STORAGE
You must protect against natural environmen-
tal conditions that can be damaging to an out-
board. The warranty does not cover engine
failure caused by these conditions.
Temperature and humidity changes during
storage period can cause corrosion of internal
engine components.
Winterization prepares the outboard for long-
term off-season storage. During winterization,
extra oil is used to coat internal engine com-
ponents. Refer to
Long-Term Storage (Win-
terization) on page 33.
Stabilize the fuel supply (gasoline). Fuel
remaining in the fuel tank can oxidize, result-
ing in loss of octane and fuel system deposits.
Use
Evinrude/Johnson 2+4 Fuel Conditioner
to prevent gum and varnish deposits from
forming in fuel system components. Refer to
Fuel Additives (gasoline only) on page 13.
TRANSPORTING THE OUTBOARD
FLUSHING
If desired, the outboard can be flushed after
each use on a trailer or at dockside while it is
vertical. It is
not necessary to run the engine.
1) Place the outboard in an area with good
drainage.
2) Connect garden hose to flushing port.
3) Turn on the water. Keep water pressure
between 20 to 40 psi (140 to 275 kPa).
4) Leave the outboard in vertical position long
enough to completely drain the power-
head.
IMPORTANT: If you cannot store the out-
board in the recommended vertical position,
be sure the cooling system is drained com-
pletely. Never place the gearcase higher than
the powerhead. Any water remaining in the
exhaust passages can run into the cylinders
and cause serious damage.
SHORT-TERM STORAGE
Between uses, store your outboard in a verti-
cal position to allow the cooling system to
drain completely.
DANGER
DO NOT run the engine indoors or with-
out adequate ventilation or permit
exhaust fumes to accumulate in con-
fined areas. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide which, if inhaled, can
cause serious brain damage or death.
WARNING
Prevent injury from moving engine
components. Before starting the out-
board:
• Shift it to NEUTRAL.
• Keep hands, clothes, and hair clear of
powerhead.
• Remove the propeller.
Store fuel tanks in a well-ventilated
area, away from heat and open flame.
Prevent escape of liquid or vapors
which could accidentally ignite. Close
filler cap vent screws (if equipped) and
be sure any disconnected fuel hoses
do not drip.
If the outboard is laid down for transportation
or storage, the oiling system must be primed
before reusing the outboard. Refer to
Prim-
ing the Oil System on page 15.